37,500 HKD
Movado Blue Enamel and St erling Silver “Ermeto” Movado, Ermeto, Swiss. Made circa 1930. Very fine and extremely rare, self-winding rectangular, sterling silver and cloisonné enamel "Ermeto" keyless travel watch. Accompanied by original fitted travel case. To be sold without reserve Rectangular, with a background of cloisonné blue enamel with applied silver lines and art nouveau flowers inset with various shades of blue enamel, the reverse blue cloisonné floral motif. Black with luminous baton numerals. Luminous blued steel hands. Rhodium-plated, fausses cotes decoration, 15 jewels, straight-line lever escapement, bimetallic compensation balance, Breguet balance spring. Dial, case and movement signed. Case numbered. Dim. 72 x 31 mm. (open) Notes Designed by Movado as a new type of timepiece to be appreciated whether carried in a lady’s purse or while engaging in sports, the Ermeto was a luxury accessory that told time with style. Available in many different case finishes, including silver, gold, shagreen, or sharkskin, fully enameled cases are very rare. Combining the desirable selfwinding mechanism with the beautiful blue enameled case with its Art Nouveau floral motifs reminiscent of the designs of Rene Lalique, this is the first time Antiquorum has offered such a piece in such pristine condition.
Auctioneer:
Antiquorum
Date:
2010-10-09
